They did a small piece on him this morning- I think it was the PGA show (I don't watch TGC much anymore). Nice stroke. But yes, he is overlooked all the time. Billy Casper, too.
One of the facts that impressed me was Larry Nelson didn't take up the game until he was in his 20s. To go on and then qualify for the PGA tour and win multiple majors speaks for itself.
One of the facts that impressed me was Larry Nelson didn't take up the game until he was in his 20s. To go on and then qualify for the PGA tour and win multiple majors speaks for itself.
Larry Nelson is both a friend and fellow member at Atlanta Country Club. Some 25 years ago, when he was in his prime and as we walked from the club's practice tee, I asked him if his goal was to become 'the greatest golfer of all time.' He reflected a moment and said...
"Well, maybe the greatest ever who began the game at age 21. "
That has always flumoxed me why Larry Nelson was never considered a great player even after his Major wins. You never really hear much about him via the press. Maybe it is because he is a private guy and just goes about his business quietly.
Thanks for the link to the article.
Alex
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